200 pages Edited by Text(s) by El-Houari “Wary The Warrior” Si Abdelkader Illustration(s) by Dan Lish 22.8 x 15.2 cm Language: French, English (depending on the edition) Paperback Publisher: Self-published 2025
Don’t Stop the Rock! is the first book entirely dedicated to Rock Dance, a street dance born in 1970s New York that remains largely unknown. Blending academic research with on-the-ground passion, Wary The Warrior unveils the complex history and technical foundations of a style that predates Hip-Hop and has deeply influenced urban culture, particularly through its impact on Breaking.
Trained directly at the source, Wary The Warrior—a pioneer of Rock Dance in Europe—delivers a meticulously documented account. Through numerous testimonies, including those of New York legends, he traces the origins, challenges, and modern resurgence of this visually powerful style. His approach, enriched by a strong academic background in African American Studies, gives the book rare depth, further strengthened by his own experience as a dedicated dancer and traveler.
Don’t Stop the Rock! is an essential read for anyone looking to understand the authentic roots of a culture that has shaped the history of urban dance.
